[Solved] Aftermarket solutions when Nissan 370z key code lost

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Pandaexpress
Member since September 2021 • 105 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Nissan 370z to make keys?

Posted on May 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1970 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Nissan 370z. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Voodoochild
Member • 142 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Nissan 370z.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 143 posts

Does this method work for the Nissan 370z models from 2010 onward?

May 15, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 79 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Nissan 370z key issue.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Alice
Member • 108 posts

My Nissan 370z's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

May 17, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 117 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Nissan 370z, following this thread.

May 18, 2025 Reply

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